Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness

What Is Ableism and How Does It Affect Your Life? with Carson Tueller

Mar 11, 2020
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INSIGHT

Understanding Ableism

  • Ableism values able-bodied people over disabled individuals, manifesting as discrimination and structural barriers.
  • It permeates many areas of life, including accessibility, fashion, and media representation of disabled people.
ADVICE

Disability Language Tips

  • Use identity-first language by saying "I'm disabled" to reduce stigma around disabilities.
  • Avoid outdated terms like "handicap" and prefer "accessible" for environments and services.
ANECDOTE

Carson's Paralysis Story

  • Carson broke his neck at 23 during a trampoline accident, resulting in paralysis at C8 level.
  • It drastically changed his self-perception and forced a redefinition of his identity and worth.
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